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Tue Sep 28, 2021 9:06 pm

Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?

It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.

News Credits: 8 · Tue Sep 28, 2021 9:33 pm

The Conversation
A Review of Transformers Shattered Glass #2 by Mr. Micromaster
Spoilers Ahead

The new Shattered Glass series from IDW continues to deliver. This delivers an incredibly enjoyable read with splendid art.

Not your Dad’s Optimus!

The writing for this series continues to be superb. Lore is especially adept at writing incredibly compelling characters. I found Starscream and Megatron to be both intriguing and compelling characters. The conversation between Starscream who sees Megatron as his noble leader and Megatron who sees himself as nothing less than abject failure and a pathetic excuse for a leader comes across as both a fresh and unique take. Said conversation also allows us to explore Megatron’s beings on cybertron and the war on earth. The dynamic between Megatron and Starscream allows Lore to weave a wonderfully captivating narrative.

You can find full credits for Transformers Shattered Glass #2 in our Vector Sigma Database entry for this issue

Alternators Dead End what are you doing here?

The art in this issue is done by Daniel Khanna with colors by John-Paul Bove and lettering done by Neil Uyetake. Khanna’s art in this issue is phenomenal for the most part. There are a couple issues that detract from it. The first panel we see of Megatron pre-war, something is off with it and I am not sure if it is drawn differently or if it is the colors or something else, but it just does not jive with the rest of the book. Besides that, the rest of this book features competent and strong art with incredibly emotive faces. You can see the fear and shock on Prowl’s face when Megs picks him up. The great thing about Bove’s coloring is that it seems to work with any artist no matter how varied or similar in style. Uyetake’s lettering is equally well done. Despite a few hiccups the art in this issue is fantastic.

Verdict

Hm? Where have I seen this before?

Overall, this book is a home run of which IDW, and the creative team can be proud of. As long as this book keeps up the pace it just may go down as the best transformers book of 2021. This issue is a definite recommend.

Final Score
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½
out of

This issue is out today, and you can pick it up at the Seibertron.com eBay store or at your local shop, check here to find the closest shop to you.

News Credits: 22 · Wed Sep 29, 2021 12:02 am

Stormshot_Prime wrote:
Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?

It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.

Yes, after a 2nd read I figured that as well. The 1st time I rushed through it too fast. And Prowl is green...

Wed Sep 29, 2021 7:24 am

Rodimus Prime wrote:
Stormshot_Prime wrote:
Rodimus Prime wrote:Is there a reason why Megatron doesn't have the symbol on his chest?

It looks like a pre-war flashback, before the Decepticon faction had even been conceived in this universe.
Yes, after a 2nd read I figured that as well. The 1st time I rushed through it too fast. And Prowl is green...

Here’s to hoping that we get this Prowl in toy form! I love the colors and the use of Barricade’s mold

News Credits: 1646 · Mon Oct 04, 2021 7:34 pm

I like that they finally gave that shattered window on Prime a meaning

News Credits: 656 · Tue Oct 26, 2021 2:23 pm

Many fans have already been able to read the fourth issue of the series thanks to the SG Goldbug toy already shipping out from Hasbro Pulse, but thankfully the missing piece of the series won't be out of reach for long as Transformers: Shattered Glass #3 is out tomorrow. IDW Publishing has provided a five page preview of the new title, which won't ship alongside any toys until SG Starscream goes out, so the opportunity is there to not have to wait to get more of the story.

(W) Danny Lore (A) Guido Guidi (CA) Fico Ossio
Shattered Glass isn't your average Transformers tale... "Shards" is the story of the ongoing battle between the power-hungry Autobot autocrats and the freedom-fighting Decepticon laborers. Join author Danny Lore (James Bond, King in Black: Captain America, Champions) in exploring this fractured alternate universe just before it shatters.

In issue #3, Starscream seeks out more Decepticons to prevent another war that could destroy Cybertron, but memories of the past haunt every step. As the Autobots close in, Starscream must decide between peace for his planet and his former best friend.

Check out the preview below and be sure to pick this issue up tomorrow at your local comic shop, through a licensed digital comics retailer, or via the Seibertron.com eBay store.

News Credits: 11 · Tue Oct 26, 2021 3:33 pm

Not bad. Although I like the "mature" storyline, it just reminds me of the regular comics. Shouldn't SG be a lot more "grim dark", like the previous SG comics before it, or the "Mirror Universe" episodes in Startrek?

Tue Oct 26, 2021 3:47 pm

I love alternate universe stuff but the first issue was pretty meh.

News Credits: 8 · Wed Oct 27, 2021 9:06 am

The Longue Durée
A Review of Transformers Shattered Glass #3
By Mr. Micromaster
Spoilers Ahead

Bet you can’t wait for my toy

This series continues to be a homerun. With new and interesting characterizations and an exciting new take on the Shattered Glass universe. As well as just downright enjoyable art. For me this book continues to be the premier IDW Transformers book.

The story continues at a gradual pace but heats up towards the end. We pick back up with Megs and Starscream in Gold City meeting up with everybody’s favorite decepticon DJ Soundwave to reach out to allies and prepare to wake up Metroplex. We also delve into the past with Jetfire and Starscream and explore their relationship. Unfortunately for Megs and Starscream, Blaster and all his rowdy friends catch up with them. Luckily Starscream manages to escape but only temporarily as Goldbug and his old buddy Jetfire catch up with him.

Bad Boys Bad Boys whatcha goanna do!

You can find full credits for Transformers Shattered Glass #3 in our Vector Sigma Database entry for this issue

Danny Lore continues to craft an excellent narrative with incredibly interesting characters. After delving into the relationship between Megs and Starscream last issue, this issue we delve into the relationship between Jetfire and Starscream. The latter of which is clearly the dominant partner trying to convince the other that regardless of where the money comes from for their project, they need to accept it because they are running out of backers. Eventually for them, things come to a boiling point leading to betrayal and questioning of loyalties. Starscream continues to be the highlight of these series.

I hope I’m not just here to die.

The art this issue is done by Guido Guidi with colors by John-Paul Bove and letters by Neil Uyetake. John-Paul Bove’s colors and Guido Guidi’s artwork work well together. Guidi’s art is fantastic, the splash page with Metroplex’s unearthed head is beautiful. Bove’s colors as with the rest of the series are excellent. Neil Uyetake’s lettering continues to be competent and well done. The art for this continues to be fun, exciting, and never disappoints.

Verdict

Overall, this book continues to be great. The art and the story suit each other incredibly well. The overarching story is definitely heating up for the final two issues, and I cannot wait to see how this is going to end.

Buy our toys or else!
Final Score
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:SG-CONS:

out of

This issue is out today, and you can pick it up at the Seibertron.com eBay store or at your local shop, check here to find the closest shop to you.

Wed Oct 27, 2021 9:23 pm

Couldn't agree with this review more. It's such a massive shame we're only getting 5 issues of this! THIS is how you market comic-only toy releases, with top notch storytelling.

News Credits: 22 · Sat Dec 25, 2021 3:15 am

Any idea if or when the TPB will be released? I didn't get the toys so I don't have the individual issues, and I would rather get a TPB than buy the single issues.

News Credits: 1646 · Mon Dec 27, 2021 3:48 pm

Rodimus Prime wrote:Any idea if or when the TPB will be released? I didn't get the toys so I don't have the individual issues, and I would rather get a TPB than buy the single issues.

Last issue came out last week, so I'd have to guess maybe May of next year?

News Credits: 12 · Wed Sep 07, 2022 11:56 pm

What did y'all think of the Ultra Magnus comic?

His characterization reminded me of Two-Face because of the lawful, seemingly cowardous Magnus at the start and the ruthless Magnus at the finish. He also reminded me of Walter White, just a politician instead of a chemist.

Impactor looked to be in Toxitron colors? It was nice to see Drift make an appearance. I thought it was strange that Goldbug and Bumblebee were different characters. I love that this version of Magnus commanded his squad of Wreckers though. Was that T30 Sandstorm in their ranks? I also thought it strange that the Wreckers had conflict with Whirl considering Whirl is supposed to be a Wrecker. The senator Shockwave thing was pretty cool, nice little throwback to earlier idw stuff. And I wasn't sure what the crack about sunstreaker also being cordon was supposed to mean, im aware of the gen Selects figure but not sure how it connects

News Credits: 1646 · Thu Sep 08, 2022 6:44 pm

I really enjoyed the Magnus comic, they made him suitably interesting while being a new take on the character but still possessing some components of the original SG Magnus.

Bee and Goldbug are the same character, the comic was going between the pre-war era and the modern era, which is why he shows up as both.

Sunstreaker and Cordon are only differentiated by a lightbar and paint work, so it was a crack like if someone said Starscream looked like Thundercracker for instance.

News Credits: 12 · Thu Sep 08, 2022 6:54 pm

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:I really enjoyed the Magnus comic, they made him suitably interesting while being a new take on the character but still possessing some components of the original SG Magnus.

Bee and Goldbug are the same character, the comic was going between the pre-war era and the modern era, which is why he shows up as both.

Sunstreaker and Cordon are only differentiated by a lightbar and paint work, so it was a crack like if someone said Starscream looked like Thundercracker for instance.

I haven't read comics of previous versions of SG Magnus so that's cool they changed it up a little

Ah I see, I was able to tell when they switched time periods at the beginning of the comic but clearly I got lost after that haha time for a rereading

Ahhh okay, I guess whirl saying "what is he talking about" threw me off, like if cordon was a previous identity or alter ego or something. That's funny though

News Credits: 22 · Sat Nov 05, 2022 5:16 am

Does the new series have variant covers like the previous 5 issues did?

News Credits: 1646 · Sat Nov 05, 2022 1:37 pm

Rodimus Prime wrote:Does the new series have variant covers like the previous 5 issues did?

I believe they do yes

News Credits: 22 · Sun Nov 06, 2022 1:37 am

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:
Rodimus Prime wrote:Does the new series have variant covers like the previous 5 issues did?

I believe they do yes

I'm mainly interested in versions Guido Guidi may have done. His art style is great. I guess ill have to wait until all the figures are released and see what is available.

Fri Feb 23, 2024 2:25 pm

Just read the whole miniseries (both parts) all the way through. This was a really fun departure and I really enjoyed it. I wish it had been an ongoing comic series because my only complaint is the stuff they didn't do (Like spend much time with Optimus Prime, have some present conflict between him and Megatron, explore Prowl's territory, etc.)

I love the Shattered Glass concept and would love to see more of it. Obviously, it would never work as a cartoon series (unless it was like a one-off episode like the planned Animated season 4 episode), but comics seem like the perfect place to explore stuff like that.